Family-friendly vacation rentals in Kyoto

Really enjoyed our stay here. Couldn’t ask for a better location in Tokyo. There’s plenty of cool spots walking distance and everything else is easily accessible by bus. The futon mattress on the tatami mat floor might not be for everyone, but I literally had some of the best sleep in my lifer here!

Lovely little appartment. 5-10 minutes away from Gion district. Everything was very clean and easy to find. Would definitly recommand.

We had a great stay here! The hotel is clean and comfortable, and in a nice quiet neighborhood with restaurants and shops, as well as Nijo Castle—well worth a visit!—while also an easy walk to the busier area near the river. We rented bikes, which were wonderful for getting around. We had an issue with one of the bike keys (our mistake) and the staff were very helpful in resolving it. Thanks!

Kosuke’s was a wonderful host! He was communicative, responsive, accommodating, and provided great instructions for locating the apartment and accessing it (which made it really easy to find on the little tucked away street). The apartment was clean, comfortable, spacious, and charming and felt like a very traditional Kyoto home, which we loved!! The location was absolutely ideal. It was so close to the Shijo metro stop (3 minute walk) and a very easy connection to Kyoto station and anywhere in Kyoto. In addition, many of the best sites are walking distance from the apartment: the Nishiki market is a 3 minute walk, Pontocho and Gion are less than 20 minutes, and the Yasaka shrine and Maruyama Park are only 25 minutes. And that’s only to name a few. There are also tons of great restaurants on the surrounding streets! It really could not be more ideally located. We loved our stay at Kosuke’s house and appreciated all of the thought and effort he puts into making his home welcoming!

location a little out of the way but the city center is within walking distance and the neighborhood is very quiet and charming. the listing was consistent with the photos . beautiful traditional house!

This house is lovely awesome and perfectly clean. Our stay was wonderful and more worth the price. The private onsen inside the tiny Japanese garden is beautiful. The location is very quiet, near the river and less 5 minutes by walk from the station and konbini. Everything you need is provided inside the house, so you don’t have to worry about

This was by far our favorite place to stay in all of Japan! The traditional style of the home was an amazing experience. I will never get over this airbnb! Not far from the bus and had amazing views of the temple! 😇😇😇

The place was so beautiful and very close to many restaurants and convenience stores. We were able to stay in or go out with ease. Our host was very friendly and easy to communicate with. Would recommend to anyone, and we all hope to come back in the future!

We stayed in Naoyuki's property for 4 days and loved the stay. The room with 4 futons was amazing and very traditional with Japanese decors. The proximity to the bus stop and tram/train station was extremely convenient in terms of transportation. The stay was as warm and cozy as Kyoto.

Loved our stay! The accommodation is located in a peaceful and unspoiled area, very close to Arashiyama, with several means of transportation within walking distance — convenient to explore Kyoto and its surroundings. The neighborhood is full of good places, and Jun & Aki shared many local recommendations that really enriched our experience. The accommodation itself is spotless: clean, comfortable, very well equipped — ideal even for a long stay. It far exceeded our expectations. A quick tip: If you stay for several days, consider renting a bicycle to explore the surrounding area at your own pace. It's a real plus!

We loved this peaceful and serene location. We were looking for an escape from the other tourists and this was the perfect location for us. Amenities were top notch!

Yamano was a great host. Everything was as described and he was very helpful and responsive before and during our trip. Our family of 5 adults felt very comfortable in this property. There was a bus stop nearby as well as a few different train stations within walking distance. There was a convenience store nearby to get supplies. The location was nearby Arashiyama attractions, but in a quiet neighborhood area that felt more like home. If we ever end up headed their way again we would definitely stay with Yamano. The car service that Yamano set us up with was also very nice and worked well for getting to and from Kyoto Station as well as an 8hr tour.

Cozy and spacious townhouse, with gorgeous furnishings and comfortable futons. Made staying in on rainy days a pleasant option. Close to many stations - perfect for exploring the Kyoto region.

Great place to stay. May’s instructions on finding the apartment were perfect (she even sent the address to us in Japanese to show the taxi driver). She met us & showed us how everything worked but also left clear written instructions. The flat was really well equipped and had lovely comfortable beds, plenty of hanging space and a great shower! The location is ideal, easy to walk around the area and less than 10 minutes walk to the subway.

We had a great time! Beautiful spot and house and welcoming host. We rented a car and managed to see Kyoto, Nara and Osaka from here plus the sea to the north. It is also very close to a dam with a spa in it (although we didn't manage to see this in our short stay). Was a great Honeymoon!

We simply loved staying in this home. The location is ideal for experiencing Kyoto. Peaceful and quiet and yet five minutes to metro/bus stops. And we also walked to many sites and temples. Ume is a gracious host and the home is a beautiful and historic building. We were very comfortable with two adults and two teenagers. Highly recommended.

Looked like the pictures. The only bad thing was that there was only one lock in the front door keeping anyone out.

Nice house in a quiet neighborhood. Location gives fantastic access to the city through the Green Line (Karasuma). Easy to access from Kyoto Station shinkansen. Less than ten minute walk to the Aeon Mall. All facilities in working order. The washing machine is very useful in extending the usefulness of your carried clothing.

We had a great stay at this Airbnb! The property is beautifully maintained, and one of the highlights was the serene koi ponds that added a peaceful, relaxing vibe to the entire experience. The space is thoughtfully designed with great amenities — coffee, sugar, salt, pepper, oil, butter, cookware, multiple sinks and separate bathroom areas made it super convenient for our group of 6. It was easy for several people to get ready at the same time without feeling crowded. The owner also went out of his way to make sure we were comfortable, even bringing us air fresheners — such a thoughtful and responsive host. Overall, it’s a perfect spot for a group or anyone looking for a calm, well-equipped place to stay. Highly recommend!

we had a great time staying at Komori's place. Location is convenient and the place is very lovely. Komori was also communicative and helped us find the place/checkin smoothly. Would stay again.

We absolutely loved our stay in Ryoji’s place!! The space feels like a true traditional Japanese home and it was convenient to many restaurants and the train station. Ryoji was an excellent host and was always responsive. The bathroom and kitchen were so nice! It was truly one of the best showers we’ve ever taken. I appreciate the fact that there was some coffee in the room too! We loved the fact that the 7-11 was just a few steps away as well as a locally owned shop on the corner that always had freshly made snacks. We would stay here again if ever in the Kyoto area!

Mr. Yamamoto contacted me in advance and came to the station to pick me up. It was very early in the morning of the day of departure and it rained heavily. He also came to see me🩵 off. I love Kyoto and Kyoto people!The room is bigger than it looks in the picture!Very Japanese style, feels like living in a Japanese drama...Everything is clean, great value for money!

We felt right at home with the personnel check in. They were very attentive, helpful and kind with great restaurant recommendations! The house with a traditional feel was impeccable clean. The cherry on the cake were the 5 bicycles provided which you could use for free. also a easy to park parking spot if you are driving. 6 out of 5 :)

This place had a great location for bus stations leading to many attractions in the Higashiyama area. The bath tub was awesome. The rooms were more spacious than most of the other places we’ve stayed at in Japan. It felt like a traditional Japanese home without sacrificing on modern amenities. The washer/dryer was a huge plus to have. Can’t recommend enough!